Dana L. McCarthy
Anaheim,CA
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Virgin Galactic
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Procured hardware, machined metallic, composite, 3D-printed, plastic, and rubber parts.
- Responsible for tooling procurement.
- Supported MRB requirements and processed planning work orders.
Senior Buyer/Planner
Pro Dex
Irvine, CA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Procured hardware, outside processing buyer
- Planner
Buyer/Planner II (Temp)
Hartwell Corporation / AdelWiggins
Anaheim/Commerce, CA
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Purchased hardware, raw materials, and services across multiple commodities.
- Supported MRB requirements and processed planning work orders.
- Purchased complex cable assemblies, bearings, clamps, and rod ends.
Specialist, Subcontracts / Buyer Level 3
L3 Harris Technology
Anaheim, CA
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Procured electronics, raw materials, and specialty aerospace components for defense programs.
- Acted as MRB representative and IPT focal; supported interim supply chain leadership.
- Small Business Liaison Officer; worked with engineering and EAC financials.
Buyer
Pretium Packaging, LLC
Anaheim, CA
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Purchased raw materials (resin, PET), repair parts, safety equipment, and MRO items.
- Supported plastic container production for Costco and other consumer goods.
- Cut costs by $60K in 6 months
Buyer/Planner
South Coast Controls
Anaheim, CA
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Procured parts for electrical enclosures used in theme parks and entertainment.
- Managed supplier performance metrics and used SAGE ERP system.
Purchasing Manager
Advanced Entertainment Technologies
Monrovia, CA
07.2007 - 06.2011
- Managed procurement for amusement park attractions, movie sets, and special effects.
- Oversaw supplier performance and ensured on-time deliveries.
Procurement Agent / Subcontracts / Expeditor
The Boeing Company
Long Beach, CA
11.1988 - 11.2006
- Supported 747-400BCF, C-17, MD-11, MD80, and T45 programs.
- Handled RFQs, export control, contract negotiation, and tooling transfer.
- Acted as ISO and IP representative; conducted supplier site reviews.
Contract Assignments
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Buyer/Planner for MRO, electrical components, and production support items.
- Companies include C&D Zodiac, Select Staffing, and other industrial clients.
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Virgin Galactic
09.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Buyer/Planner
Pro Dex
05.2024 - 08.2024
Buyer/Planner II (Temp)
Hartwell Corporation / AdelWiggins
11.2023 - 04.2024
Specialist, Subcontracts / Buyer Level 3
L3 Harris Technology
11.2022 - 09.2023
Buyer
Pretium Packaging, LLC
09.2021 - 07.2022
Buyer/Planner
South Coast Controls
12.2020 - 08.2021
Contract Assignments
01.2011 - 01.2020
Purchasing Manager
Advanced Entertainment Technologies
07.2007 - 06.2011
Procurement Agent / Subcontracts / Expeditor
The Boeing Company
11.1988 - 11.2006
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